Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
relative-to-something
phrase
/ˈrɛlətɪv tə ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
Definition
A phrase used to compare or relate two or more things in terms of their relevance or importance.
Examples
- The value of the house is relative to the market conditions.
- Her performance was evaluated relative to the expectations set by her previous achievements.
- The cost of living in the city is high relative to the rural areas.
Meaning
The term ‘relative-to-something’ suggests considering one item in relation to another, indicating how they connect or differ in a specific context.
Synonyms
- in comparison to
- in relation to
- compared to
